Elise Hingson's Validation from her daughter Ava through Kathy MacMannis

Kathy MacMannis brought my beloved daughter, Ava, through with so much love and joy—it truly touched my heart and raised my spirits! The evidence was undeniable: Ava’s signature bouncy step, the way she lit up a room, and her endearing habit of putting a hand on her hip and saying, “Mom, come on!” Her quick, sharp mind, always ready for a fair debate, made us wonder if she might become a lawyer. 

I’m sharing a cherished photo of Ava from her class trip to the Supreme Court, a moment that now feels even more profound. 

Kathy’s heartfelt connection with our shining light children is an incredible gift—one that I will always be grateful to witness.